We use strawberry jam as an example to explore the underlying principles of water activity, a key technique for food preservation. For those of us in northern climates, strawberries are the first ...

Homemade fruit jam is a delicious, easy way to preserve the flavors of fresh fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or peaches. This recipe combines your favorite fruits with a touch of lemon juice ...

The idea is to boil berries, with or without sugar and/or water, on the hob until they break down. Then, you add chia seeds ...

Nothing compares to this homemade raspberry jam recipe when you want a burst of bright, pure fruit flavor. It’s no wonder that making raspberry jam is a favorite project for home canners around the ...

From berries and peaches to rhubarb, this versatile jam recipe transforms fresh fruit into deliciously sweet preserves. Once macerated, the fruit mixture is cooked into a glossy, jewel-toned jam. “The ...

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Wash and pit fruit and either cut into small pieces or briefly whirl in food processor (do not puree). Measure fruit and put in large pot with lemon juice and fresh ginger. Measure sugar into a bowl, ...